Hard/long start issue 96 roadmaster wagon

Thanks Mike I was going to consider the regulator next. I replaced this one about 4 years ago because it was leaking. I guess I will do this as well when I replace the 240K fuel pump. Take care Dan

 

Bought one (regulator) & a new fuel filter. So at this point (once the fuel in the tank get low enough) This thing is getting a new pump , strainer , filter and regulator. All these things are either real old or questionable. Since the car gets driven many miles a day on a normal basis it 's worth it. I normally don't like to just be a "parts replacer" but since the car is only home for a short time I need to get this fixed quick. Lets hope for the best guys!

 

Fingers crossed.

 

Just taking a moment to tell everyone that my Daughter's 96 roadmaster wagon is running awesome again!! Here is the scoop: 1st off there where multiple issues going on in the fuel system. The first thing that was noted was that the "O" ring that seats on the top of the fuel pump in the hangar assembly was totally damaged and distorted. (the pump was replaced in New Mexico because the new cheap one failed) So the new AC Delco pump and "O" ring fixed that issue. Second one of the fuel filter nipples was damaged a very slightly leaking (not enough to see just smell) replaced and fixed. Third the regulator had a bad diaphragm and that too was leaking from the "O" ring on the regulator to the fuel rail. Replaced and fixed that too. I am surprised the car made the 1200 mile trip from New Mexico to Mchenry ,IL (Chicago area) with out a fire or breakdown. After a test drive the car feels like it has more power starts WAY easier (just pop the key) and no more gas smell inside the car. I will feel much better now when she takes this thing home after the summer. Thanks Everyone for all your help and suggestions.